--- title: Top 5 Ways to Protect Your Business from Fire description: Reduce the risks of fire and take steps to reduce the damage if a fire does occur with these top 5 ways to protect your business from fire. image: https://blog.koorsen.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/ThinkstockPhotos-137403888.jpg --- [![Koorsen Fire & Security](https://blog.koorsen.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KoorsenFireSecurity_April2017/Images/koorsen-logo.png?width=209&height=50&name=koorsen-logo.png "Koorsen Fire & Security")](https://www.koorsen.com/) [CONTACT US](https://www.koorsen.com/contact-us/) [BILL PAY](https://www.koorsen.com/koorsen-payments/) [1.866.311.7753](tel:8663117753) - [About Us](https://www.koorsen.com/about-us/) - [History](https://www.koorsen.com/about-us/history/) - [Case Studies](https://blog.koorsen.com/case-studies) - [Koorsen Companies](https://www.koorsen.com/about-us/companies/) - [Koorsen Training Center](https://www.koorsen.com/about-us/training-center/) - [Kasey Program](https://www.koorsen.com/about-us/kasey-program/) - [Pay Bill](https://www.koorsen.com/koorsen-payments/) - [Products + Services](https://www.koorsen.com/products-services/) - [Fire Protection](https://www.koorsen.com/products-services/fire-protection/) - [Security](https://www.koorsen.com/products-services/security/) - [Communications](https://www.koorsen.com/products-services/communications/) - [Mobile Equipment Solutions](https://www.koorsen.com/products-services/mobile-equipment-solutions/) - [Additional Products + Services](https://www.koorsen.com/products-services/#additional) - [Industries](https://www.koorsen.com/industries/) - [Healthcare](https://www.koorsen.com/industries/healthcare/) - [Industrial](https://www.koorsen.com/industries/industrial/) - [Education](https://www.koorsen.com/industries/education/) - [Restaurants](https://www.koorsen.com/industries/restaurants/) - [Property Management](https://www.koorsen.com/industries/property-management/) - [Hospitality](https://www.koorsen.com/industries/hospitality/) - [Retail](https://www.koorsen.com/industries/retail/) - [Construction](https://www.koorsen.com/industries/construction/) - [Locations](https://www.koorsen.com/locations/) - [News](https://blog.koorsen.com) - [Koorsen Blog](https://blog.koorsen.com) - [Koorsen In The News](https://www.koorsen.com/in-the-news/) - [Kasey the Dog Blog](https://blog.koorsen.com/kaseys-adventures) - [Careers](https://www.koorsen.com/about-us/careers/) # Top 5 Ways to Protect Your Business from Fire Posted November 04, 2016 by [Koorsen Fire & Security](https://blog.koorsen.com/author/koorsen-fire-security) ![Top 5 Ways to Protect Your Business from Fire](https://blog.koorsen.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/ThinkstockPhotos-137403888.jpg?width=700&name=ThinkstockPhotos-137403888.jpg "Top 5 Ways to Protect Your Business from Fire") ## **Reducing the Risk of Fire in Your Business** A fire can be devastation to a business in many ways. It can cause injury or even worse, death, and can also cause extended downtime resulting in a loss of revenue. Even the smallest of fires can result in high [property damage costs](https://blog.koorsen.com/2016/10/what-is-the-cost-of-fire-damage-to-a-business). No matter how big or small your business is, a fire can be a huge blow to a business’s operations. [![Fire Protection Questions? Click to Contact Us Now!](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/1973249/7fd97f2d-679f-430d-b761-3225041c0b03.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/1973249/7fd97f2d-679f-430d-b761-3225041c0b03) That is why it’s important to reduce the risks of fire, and to take steps to reduce the damage if a fire does occur. Below are five ways to [protect your business from fire](https://www.koorsen.com/products-services/). While these aren’t a comprehensive list, they are a good starting point to prevent and suppress fires in your business. ## **STEP 1: FIRE PREVENTION** The first step, and one of the best measures to reduce the risk of fire in your business, is to be proactive in preventing a fire from happening in the first place. Cleanup your office space and reduce the clutter by removing extra materials that could provide fuel for a fire. These materials could include stacks of paper, newspapers, dirty rags, and other combustible materials. It’s also important to work with a life safety vendor, like Koorsen to ensure your facility is safe, protected and compliant. All businesses should have a certified professional perform a fire hazard analysis to assess the fire risks in your building and provide viable solutions. Don’t allow employees to burn candles or use space heaters. Space heaters that get left on overnight are a common culprit of many office fires. If you do allow space heaters, make sure employees keep them away from anything that may easily ignite, like paper and cloth. For more helpful tips to keep your employees safe and reduce the risk of fire damage, [download our free fire marshal inspection checklist](https://info.koorsen.com/fire-marshal-inspection-checklist). [![Download Your Fire Marshal Inspection Checklist Today](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/1973249/631b44f1-0cf2-4721-ac76-89abf74e7d69.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/1973249/631b44f1-0cf2-4721-ac76-89abf74e7d69) [![DOWNLOAD NOW](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/1973249/18d326dc-eb70-4b95-ae55-f991ea890936.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/1973249/18d326dc-eb70-4b95-ae55-f991ea890936) ## **STEP 2: FIRE ALARM** If a fire should happen, a properly installed and working fire alarm system can quickly notify your employees, as well as the authorities. A life safety vendor can [inspect and maintain your fire alarm system](https://blog.koorsen.com/fire-alarm-inspection-process) to ensure proper operation and compliance with fire codes. By notifying individuals and the authorities promptly, a fire alarm can greatly reduce injuries and property damage. It’s also important to train your employees on how the fire alarm system works and how to manually activate it if ever necessary. ## **STEP 3: FIRE EXTINGUISHERS** Fire extinguishers should be installed in accordance with local, state and national laws and regulations. Make sure they are properly tagged and inspected to ensure they are in working condition should you or your employees need to use one. It’s also a good idea to have your employees attend training by a certified professional on [how to operate a fire extinguisher](https://blog.koorsen.com/2014/04/get-the-fire-extinguisher-training-that-osha-requires). With proper training, your employees will know when it’s appropriate to use a fire extinguisher, and when it’s best to exit the facility. ## **STEP 4: FIRE SPRINKLER & FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS** If a fire can’t be put out safely with a fire extinguisher, a fire sprinkler or fire suppression system is the next line of defense in a buildings fire system (and the only line of defense in uninhabited buildings). If a fire should occur, a fire sprinkler or [fire suppression system](https://blog.koorsen.com/what-are-the-best-clean-agent-fire-suppression-systems) will begin to put out the fire until the authorities arrive. It’s important to follow all regulations in regards to not only installing sprinkler and suppression systems, but inspecting them also. For sensitive environments where a wet fire sprinkler system could be damaging, like in a server room, a [dry chem fire suppression system](https://www.koorsen.com/products-services/fire-protection/dry-chemical-fire-suppression-systems/) may suffice. A Koorsen expert can help you determine which systems are best for your business. It’s also important to train your employees on which systems are in place in your business and what to do if one should activate. ## **STEP 5: ROUTINE SERVICE, INSPECTION & TRAINING** Last but definitely not least, it’s important to ensure your fire and safety systems are serviced and inspected for the safety of your employees. A fire sprinkler system or fire extinguisher is only effective if it’s in proper working condition. If you are unsure of local and state regulations, or don’t know if your systems have been properly maintained, you can [contact Koorsen](https://info.koorsen.com/contact-koorsen) for a free onsite hazard analysis. Beyond properly maintaining and servicing fire protection systems for business of all sizes, Koorsen also provides training and [fire safety seminars](https://blog.koorsen.com/2016/10/free-educational-seminars-for-life-safety-authorities). From fire extinguisher to kitchen fire suppression training, our certified trainers can teach your employees about how your fire protection systems work and what they should do in case of a fire. [![Fire Protection Questions? Click to Contact Us Now!](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/1973249/7fd97f2d-679f-430d-b761-3225041c0b03.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/1973249/7fd97f2d-679f-430d-b761-3225041c0b03)   - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Topics: [Inspection/Testing](https://blog.koorsen.com/topic/inspectiontesting), [Fire Safety & Security](https://blog.koorsen.com/topic/fire-safety-security) ## Contact Us Now! *Disclaimer: The information in this article is for informational purposes only. 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